The 27 new Victorian Honour Roll of Women inductees were announced and celebrated with a ceremony at the Arts Centre Melbourne on Wednesday 23 September 2026.
This year marks the 25th anniversary of the first Victorian Honour Roll of Women. The Honour Roll was established by the late Joan Kirner AC in 2001 – the state’s first woman Premier - as part of Victoria’s centenary celebrations.
About the Honour Roll
The Victorian Honour Roll of Women recognises women who show remarkable leadership and excellence in their:
- field of expertise, interest, or endeavour
- commitment to the community.
The Honour Roll elevates the significant contributions of Victorian women. This includes trans women and gender diverse people.
The Honour Roll works to counter restrictive and harmful gender norms. We do this by increasing the visibility of women as role models and leaders.
819 women have been inducted into the Honour Roll.
Victorian Honour Roll of Women inductees
The Victorian Honour Roll of Women celebrates women's outstanding contributions to Victoria. Filter inductees by name, category or field of expertise.
2027 nominations
If you want to know when nominations open again in early 2027, please email womensleadership.fv@dffh.vic.gov.au.
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